1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 818 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 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Tribute (206 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Junior | Tribute |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |