1963 DKW Junior vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
