1959 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1966 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 1966 Moretti Panoramica 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 1966 Moretti Panoramica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1966 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | DKW | Moretti |
| Model | Junior | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |
