1962 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 908 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 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
