1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 34 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 215 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C 15 | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 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 | 108 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 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 | 945 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 31 L |
