1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 9 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
