1980 Citroen LN vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 17 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior.
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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | Junior |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
