1963 DKW Junior vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Minor weights approximately 64 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior.
Because 1952 Morris Minor 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 1952 Morris Minor. 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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | Junior | Minor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2190 mm |
