1962 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 33 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 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 790 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 406 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
