1960 DKW Junior vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Appia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Appia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |
