1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 27 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 176 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera 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 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
