1990 Audi 100 vs. 1966 DKW F 102
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 24 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1966 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | 100 | F 102 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
