1962 DKW Junior vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 660 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 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | DKW | Jeep |
Model | Junior | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |