1961 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | Familia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2200 mm |
