1963 DKW Junior vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, both vehicles can yield 71 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
