1962 DKW Junior vs. 1957 DKW F 93
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1957 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | Junior | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
