1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
