1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1959 Ford 17M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 225 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford 17M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 DKW F 91, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
1953 DKW F 91 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | F 91 | 17M |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |