1962 DKW Junior vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Junior | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
