1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 DKW F 91 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 DKW F 91, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 91 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
