1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 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 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 380 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 DKW Junior | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
Model | 75 | Junior |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 31 L |