1961 Austin A vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, both 1961 Austin A and 1961 DKW Junior were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 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 1961 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Austin A (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A | Junior |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
