1962 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 778 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.
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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
