1963 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 42 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2005 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2920 mm |
