1963 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 644 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, 2008 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
