1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 35 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 30 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, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Mira | Junior |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |
