1963 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Junior weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2060 mm |
