1961 DKW Junior vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DKW Junior weights approximately 206 kg more than 1954 Saab 94.
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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | Junior | 94 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
