1961 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
