1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 274 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 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 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 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 91 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
