1961 DKW Junior vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DKW Junior weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
