1960 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 39 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 230 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Duna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
