1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 57 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), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 594 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | Element |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
