1961 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 42 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | DKW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Junior | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
