1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1407 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 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
