1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 644 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
