1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 345 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
