1962 DKW Junior vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1965 Saab MC 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 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Saab MC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Saab MC (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Saab MC weights approximately 188 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | Junior | MC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2500 mm |
