1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 91 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.3 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
