1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 430 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 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
