1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alpine | DKW |
| Model | V6 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2180 mm |
