1961 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
