1963 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 590 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | Junior | Toledo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |