1963 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 724 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.
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 Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
