1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1965 DKW F 11 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 600 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 DKW F 11 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 DKW F 11 (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | 600 | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
