1962 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 34 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 460 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 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
