1959 DKW F 93 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 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | F 93 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |
