1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica 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 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
