1960 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
