1960 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 51 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 895 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | Junior | Croma |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |