1962 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
