1962 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 18 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 280 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 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Carina |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |