1963 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 570 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Junior | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
