1963 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 1999 Ford Laser is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Laser weights approximately 405 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, 1999 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Laser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
