1959 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Nissan Cedric is newer by 25 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 575 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 1984 Nissan Cedric 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 1984 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1984 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1984 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2740 mm |