1960 DKW Junior vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
