1959 DKW Junior vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 440 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
