1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 50 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 90 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, 2003 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio 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 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
