1985 Audi 100 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | 100 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2180 mm |
