1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 47 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1310 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | Junior | Ducato |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |