1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1963 DKW F 11 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW F 11 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 11 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
