1962 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1966 Peugeot 204 is newer by 4 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 1,129 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 180 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, 1966 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 204 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
