1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 DKW F 11 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | F 11 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
