1961 DKW Junior vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
