1960 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 662 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.
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 Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Thema |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
