1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 536 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.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
