1963 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta 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.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Delta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
