1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 27 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 305 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto 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 | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
