1962 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
