1961 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 39 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 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
