1963 DKW Junior vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1971 Ford 17 is newer by 8 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 365 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 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1971 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | 17 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 87 L |
