1963 DKW Junior vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Junior weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | Chante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
