1955 DKW F 91 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 20 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 1975 Renault 15 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 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
