1951 Austin A vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Junior weights approximately 25 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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 1951 Austin A. 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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A | Junior |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 31 L |
