1963 DKW Junior vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 19 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 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 440 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 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | Junior | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
