1962 DKW Junior vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 739 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
