1962 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 46 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 374 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, 2008 Fiat Siena (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Siena |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
