1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 133 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 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1975 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri 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 | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
