1962 DKW Junior vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 725 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Dart |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
