1989 Audi 100 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
