1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 275 kg more than 1952 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F 91 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
