1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 91 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
