1962 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 47 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1607 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Citi |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 49 L |
