1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 36 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 680 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 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Rocky | Junior |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2180 mm |
