1963 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 442 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 Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
