1960 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
