1963 DKW Junior vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1979 Reliant SE6 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 540 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 Reliant SE6 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 Reliant SE6. 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | DKW | Reliant |
| Model | Junior | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |
