1962 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 48 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Junior | i30 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |
