1960 DKW Junior vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 14 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Skoda S 110 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (51 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda S 110 R weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1974 Skoda S 110 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Skoda S 110 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |
