1962 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1970 Honda S600 is newer by 8 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 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda S600 weights approximately 25 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 1970 Honda S600 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 1970 Honda S600. 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, 1970 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | S600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
