1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 502 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1952 DKW F 91 has manual transmission. 1952 DKW F 91 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
