1959 DKW Junior vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 19 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 66 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 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 1978 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1978 Volvo 66 (94 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Junior | 66 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
