1959 DKW Junior vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1967 Innocenti J4 is newer by 8 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | Junior | J4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 28 L |
