1963 DKW Junior vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | 124 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
