1962 DKW Junior vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 DKW Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
