1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1993 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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 894 cc (3 cylinders), 1952 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 DKW F 91 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda.
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, 1952 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 1993 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 91 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
