1959 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1995 Nissan Crew is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Crew weights approximately 540 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 1995 Nissan Crew 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 1995 Nissan Crew. 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, 1995 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Crew |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |