1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 91 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
