1959 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,221 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 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 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
