1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 98 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Junior |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2180 mm |
