2009 Audi A3 vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A3 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
