1960 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
