1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Alfasud | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
