1961 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 1970 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 RX-2 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
