1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 56 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga 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 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
