1960 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 46 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Strada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 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 Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
