1963 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 37 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 220 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 87 L |
