1963 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 400 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Palio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2380 mm |
