1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica 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, 2009 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | |
| Make | DKW | Tata |
| Model | F 91 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
