1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior.
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 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | RunX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
