1960 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | DKW | Wartburg |
| Model | Junior | 312 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
