1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1959 Austin A 55 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1952 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 DKW F 91, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin A 55 (68 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 55 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
