1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 660 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa 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 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 91 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
