2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Silverado | Junior |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 31 L |
