1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 37 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda L (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda L 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 5 kg more than 1989 Skoda L.
Because 1989 Skoda L 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 1989 Skoda L. 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, 1989 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda L 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 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | F 91 | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
