1959 DKW Junior vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 23 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 325 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 1982 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 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Florian |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 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 |
