1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1961 Renault Dauphine is newer by 8 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1953 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 DKW F 91 (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 DKW F 91 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Renault Dauphine 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 1961 Renault Dauphine. 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, 1953 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
