1963 DKW Junior vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 292 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Oxford 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1950 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | Junior | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
