1962 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 380 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 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | DKW | Rover |
| Model | Junior | 200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
