1962 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 48 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 850 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Junior | 6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |