1961 DKW Junior vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 29 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Impulse |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
