1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 46 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 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1015 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | DKW | Lancia |
Model | Junior | Thesis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2385 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |