1961 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 36 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 340 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | CRX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
