1989 Citroen CX vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. 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 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | CX | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
