1962 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 41 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 360 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Fit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
