2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 370 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Berlingo | Junior |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2180 mm |
