1963 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 48 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 632 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Juke |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
