1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 235 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper | |
Make | DKW | Mini |
Model | F 91 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |