1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 109 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
