1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 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 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 DKW Junior (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alpine | DKW |
| Model | A 106 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 31 L |
