1963 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
