1963 DKW Junior vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1968 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
