1961 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 375 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2490 mm |
