1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 45 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1200 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Element |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
