1964 DKW F 102 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1080 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 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 DKW F 102. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 102 | Element |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
