1961 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 624 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |
