1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corsica | Junior |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 31 L |
