1962 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 700 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 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | Junior | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |