1964 DKW F 11 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon 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 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | F 11 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
