1959 DKW Junior vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1959 DKW Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | DKW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Junior | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 71 L |
