1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
