1963 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 32 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 80 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
