1963 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 772 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
