1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 35 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 31 L |
