1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 412 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 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 55 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
