1960 DKW Junior vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1960 DKW Junior is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 778 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Jet 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 1953 Hudson Super Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | DKW | Hudson |
| Model | Junior | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
