1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 38 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1040 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Trans Sport | Junior |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2180 mm |
