1962 DKW Junior vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1956 Lancia Appia (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | DKW | Lancia |
Model | Junior | Appia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 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 | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |