1960 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Seat Ronda is newer by 26 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 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Seat Ronda weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1986 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
