1962 DKW Junior vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1978 Kia Brisa is newer by 16 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Kia Brisa weights approximately 90 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 1978 Kia Brisa 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 1978 Kia Brisa. 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, 1962 DKW Junior (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2270 mm |
