1962 DKW Junior vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1962 DKW Junior and 1962 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 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 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1962 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | DKW | Skoda |
Model | Junior | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |