1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1978 Kia Brisa is newer by 26 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Kia Brisa 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 100 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Because 1978 Kia Brisa 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 1978 Kia Brisa. 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, 1978 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Kia Brisa 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 | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 91 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
