1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1960 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 33 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
