1962 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 715 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
