1959 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 480 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
