1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1964 DKW F 102 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 102 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 102 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |
