1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 485 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1960 DKW Junior | |
Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
Model | Comodoro | Junior |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2180 mm |