1960 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 38 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Brava |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
