1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 55 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 935 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra 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 | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 91 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
