1962 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 34 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 385 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2490 mm |
