1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 194 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
