1962 DKW Junior vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1151 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | DKW | SsangYong |
| Model | Junior | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
