1962 DKW Junior vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1969 Seat 124 is newer by 7 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
