1962 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
