1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta 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 122 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1988 Ford Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
