1961 DKW Junior vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 11 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2240 mm |
