1964 DKW F 11 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 470 kg more than 1964 DKW F 11. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 11 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
