1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1963 Abarth 750 is newer by 11 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 894 cc (3 cylinders), 1952 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 DKW F 91 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750.
Because 1963 Abarth 750 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 1963 Abarth 750. 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, 1952 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | 750 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
