1963 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 47 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 525 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Insight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
