1961 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 45 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 505 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 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Liana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
