1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 302 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, 2004 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 91 | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |