1963 DKW Junior vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 585 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
