1961 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
