1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 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 15 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1965 DKW F 11 (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 11 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |
