1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 40 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 31 L |
