1959 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 47 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), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| 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 | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
