1962 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 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), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1155 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | DKW | Hyundai |
Model | Junior | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |