1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 15 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 365 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 1978 Daihatsu Delta 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 1978 Daihatsu Delta. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Delta | Junior |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2180 mm |
