1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 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 (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 680 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.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 164 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
