1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 90 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |
