1966 DKW F 102 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 DKW F 102. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX 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 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 102 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
