1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 226 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Leopard 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 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
