1963 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 208 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 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
