1961 DKW Junior vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
