1960 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 is newer by 36 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 615 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1996 Saab 900 | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | Junior | 900 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
