1961 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 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), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 860 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| 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 | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
