1961 DKW Junior vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior.
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, 1961 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | Junior | 93 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
