1960 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2002 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Palio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
