1963 DKW Junior vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1969 Skoda 110 L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 110 L (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 110 L 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 1969 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1969 Skoda 110 L (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 110 L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |
