1962 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 566 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Focus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
