1962 DKW Junior vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 21 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1983 Fiat Uno (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Uno |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
