1961 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 31 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Presea weights approximately 280 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, 1992 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Presea |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
