1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 15 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 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 40 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 130 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
Make | Austin | DKW |
Model | A 40 | F 91 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |