1963 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 23 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 350 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 1986 Lada Riva 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 1986 Lada Riva. 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | Junior | Riva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2420 mm |
