1962 DKW Junior vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
