1962 DKW Junior vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 Riley 2.6. 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 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | DKW | Riley |
| Model | Junior | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
