1960 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 49 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), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 580 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 57 L |
