1961 DKW Junior vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1507 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | DKW | SsangYong |
| Model | Junior | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
