1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1526 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, 2009 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Livina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
