1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 265 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 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica 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 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | F 11 | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |