1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1994 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 40 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace 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 1994 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1994 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
