1959 DKW Junior vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 1974 Audi Fox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Audi Fox weights approximately 212 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | DKW | Audi |
| Model | Junior | Fox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
