1962 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 51 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Prius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
