1963 DKW Junior vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 16 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 280 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 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1963 DKW Junior | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Silvia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2350 mm |