1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 100 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 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | F 91 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
