1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1967 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 2 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | F 11 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
