1960 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 48 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 530 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, 2008 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Musa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
