1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 50 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | DKW | ZAZ |
| Model | Coupe | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
