1964 DKW F 102 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 512 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.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 102 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
