1963 DKW Junior vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 45 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1305 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | DKW | SsangYong |
| Model | Junior | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
