1961 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 700 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
