1963 DKW Junior vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 6 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 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 810 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.
Because 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 1969 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 56 L |
