1961 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 520 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | Junior | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 46 L |