1959 DKW Junior vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Junior weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Uno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68 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 | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 41 L |
