1962 DKW Junior vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 370 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 929 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
