1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 47 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1952 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 145 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
