1960 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
