1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 56 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91. 2008 Kia Carens 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. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 91 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
