1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1245 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 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1963 DKW Junior | |
Make | Austin | DKW |
Model | A 135 | Junior |
Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |