1961 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
