1962 DKW Junior vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, both 1962 DKW Junior and 1962 Vauxhall Velox were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 488 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | DKW | Vauxhall |
Model | Junior | Velox |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |