1963 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 39 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 380 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
