1960 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 47 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 344 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Micra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 46 L |
