1959 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DKW Junior weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 Spider Riviera. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1961 DKW Junior | |
Make | Abarth | DKW |
Model | Spider Riviera | Junior |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 794 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 | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |