1962 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
