1961 DKW Junior vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 29 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 420 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2500 mm |
