1959 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 49 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 312 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Fox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
