1962 DKW Junior vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 158 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | DKW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Junior | Electron |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
