1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1980 Lada 1200 is newer by 15 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 215 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 1980 Lada 1200 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 1980 Lada 1200. 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, 1980 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lada 1200 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 | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | F 11 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 39 L |
