1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 31 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 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW F 11 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
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, 1963 DKW F 11 (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW F 11 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | Today |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
