1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1998 Morgan 4 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 1998 Morgan 4. 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 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 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | DKW | Morgan |
Model | F 91 | 4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 894 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |