1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 555 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Stream |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
