1959 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1016 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | Junior | Sharan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |