1981 Citroen LN vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 29 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, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN 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 180 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN.
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, 1952 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
