1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | F 11 | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |