1961 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 355 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 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Equator |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3954 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
