1962 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 530 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
