1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 31 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 146 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, 1993 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C 15 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
