1960 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 48 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 514 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, 2008 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Junior | i30 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |
