1962 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 46 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 668 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |
