1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 34 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 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 15 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 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 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 91 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
