1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 216 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 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Junior | Exige |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
