1962 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 26 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 500 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | DKW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Junior | 164 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
