1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 432 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
