1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 380 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.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2005 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
