1960 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 49 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 164 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, 2009 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Aygo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |