1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale weights approximately 2 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Junior |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 31 L |
