1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 31 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 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude 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 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 91 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |