1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 102 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | F 102 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
