1961 DKW Junior vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Dino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 44 L |
