1961 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 316 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 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
