1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 40 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 185 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Vento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
