1966 DKW F 102 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102. 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 Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DKW F 102 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 102 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
