1962 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 37 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | Junior | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
