1963 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1010 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.

Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1963 DKW Junior 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make DKW Hyundai
Model Junior Santa Fe
Year Released 1963 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2180 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 65 L