1963 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 46 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 751 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Element |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
