1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1962 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
Make | Abarth | DKW |
Model | 750 | Junior |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 739 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 31 L |