1963 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 780 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
