1962 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DKW Junior weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Panda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
