1961 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 43 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1025 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
