1959 DKW Junior vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Florian (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Isuzu Florian 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 1977 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, 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, 1977 Isuzu Florian (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Florian |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
