1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 94 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 91 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
