1962 DKW Junior vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Skoda 1200 (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2690 mm |
