1963 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
