1959 DKW Junior vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda RX-7 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 1979 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Junior | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |