1962 DKW Junior vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 450 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Triumph Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Triumph Roadster (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Junior | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
