1963 DKW Junior vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 274 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
