1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 515 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | DKW | Mini |
| Model | Junior | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
