1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 DKW F 11
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1964 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Visa | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
