1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1955 DKW F 91
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 3 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 DKW F 91 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 91 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 91 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 DKW F 91 (79 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1955 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1955 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 35 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
