1964 DKW F 11 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, both 1964 DKW F 11 and 1964 Seat 600 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1964 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 DKW F 11 (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 11 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 DKW F 11 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 11, 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, 1964 DKW F 11 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 DKW F 11 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | F 11 | 600 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |