1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 40 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 280 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Xantia | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
