1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 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 160 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 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 Renault 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
