1961 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 48 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 740 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
