1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 721 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
