1963 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 266 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Junior | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
