1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 35 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 34 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, 1988 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara 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 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | F 91 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
