1960 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 47 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Megane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
