1963 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 31 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 740 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
