2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 477 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Colorado | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
