1962 DKW Junior vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1965 Moretti S Coupe is newer by 3 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 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti S Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti S Coupe (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti S Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti S Coupe weights approximately 2 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 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 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | DKW | Moretti |
| Model | Junior | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2040 mm |
