1961 DKW Junior vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 106 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2300 mm |
