1955 DKW F 91 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 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 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 91 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 91 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
