1961 DKW Junior vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morris Minor (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 118 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 1960 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | Junior | Minor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
