2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 43 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 380 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Prizm | Junior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2180 mm |
