1960 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 764 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
