1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 53 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 608 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
