1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 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 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | F 91 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
