1960 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 110 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
