1960 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 48 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 788 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Primera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
