1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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 130 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda 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 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 91 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
