1962 DKW Junior vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | DKW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Junior | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2740 mm |
