1955 DKW F 91 vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 39 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 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 280 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 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lada Niva (110 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 1994 Lada Niva 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 | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | F 91 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
