1962 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2512 mm |
