1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic 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 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
