1963 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 43 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Musa (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 646 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, 2006 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Musa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
