1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 58 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 39 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto 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 | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 91 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
