1962 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 42 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 274 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 34 L |
