1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1954 DKW Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 49 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
