1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 37 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 770 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 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | S-10 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2180 mm |
