1959 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 38 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), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 850 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | DKW | Lancia |
Model | Junior | Kappa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |