1959 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 662 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 Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | Junior | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |