1963 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Strada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
