1996 Audi A3 vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 31 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 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.
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 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A3 | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 31 L |
