1963 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior.
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 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Prius |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
