1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 145 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2180 mm |
