1959 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 48 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1424 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 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Navara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |