1962 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 44 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 654 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | Junior | Transporter |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |