1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 45 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 895 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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 80 kg more than 2000 Honda Life.
Because 2000 Honda Life 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, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1955 DKW F 91 (79 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1955 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 91 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | Life |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
