1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 608 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
