1962 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 49 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 390 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
