1963 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 49 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1998 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1963 DKW Junior | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | Junior | Freelander |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |