1962 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 42 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 955 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Junior | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 74 L |
