1962 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 370 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 206 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
