2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 38 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Caterham | DKW |
| Model | 21 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |
