1959 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1984 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Pulsar 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 Pulsar | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2420 mm |
