1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 575 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
