1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 5 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 DKW F 11 (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 11 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 DKW F 11 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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, 1965 DKW F 11 (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | N III |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
