1960 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 170 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 Ka (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka 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 Ka | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Ka |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
