1961 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 550 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.
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 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
