1959 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa 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 (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 780 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 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
