1961 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
