1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 184 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | AC | DKW |
| Model | Ace | Junior |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 31 L |
