1963 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
