1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 965 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Junior | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
