1962 DKW Junior vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1967 Fiat 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
