1961 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
