1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 11 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 870 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 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 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 11 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
