1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 33 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 69 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |
