1962 DKW Junior vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1968 Nissan President is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 905 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Junior | President |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |