1962 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 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 Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Junior | Luce |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |