1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 45 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 131 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 DKW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
