1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 55 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 60 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat 500 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 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 91 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
