1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charmant | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2260 mm |
