1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion 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 | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 11 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
