1962 DKW Junior vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 190 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 1967 Opel Olympia 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 1967 Opel Olympia. 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | Junior | Olympia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 44 L |