1962 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
