1955 DKW F 91 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1956 Fiat 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 91 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 91, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 DKW F 91 (79 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1955 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 91 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 91 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
