1963 DKW Junior vs. 1963 DKW F 11
To start off, both 1963 DKW Junior and 1963 DKW F 11 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 889 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW F 11 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW F 11 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW F 11 weights approximately 40 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1963 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | Junior | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 889 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |
