1960 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |
