1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 37 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1953 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 DKW F 91 (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 DKW F 91 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F 91 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
