1980 Citroen LN vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 18 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 739 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen LN weights approximately 10 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, 1962 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | Junior |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
