1961 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 741 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
