1960 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 1981 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Junior | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |