2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 792 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C5 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
