1963 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Nissan Silvia is newer by 21 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 485 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 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
