1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 15 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 200 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, 1978 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 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 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | F 11 | 124 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |