1961 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 520 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Probe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
