1961 DKW Junior vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Junior | Concerto |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |