1961 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 27 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 780 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.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | DKW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Junior | 164 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
