1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DKW Junior weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1961 DKW Junior | |
Make | Abarth | DKW |
Model | Bialbero | Junior |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |