1962 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1261 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | DKW | Hyundai |
Model | Junior | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |