1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 35 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990.
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, 1989 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | Coupe | 990 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2050 mm |
