1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 59 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 427 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 91 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
