1962 DKW Junior vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
