1959 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 290 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, 1999 Volkswagen Polo (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1999 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
