1962 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 1170 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
