1962 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 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), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 600 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
