1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 9 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 90 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | GTA | Junior |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 31 L |
