1961 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1062 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2919 mm |
