1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 80 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
