2007 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 46 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Trevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Trevis weights approximately 80 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, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Trevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Trevis | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Trevis | Junior |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |
