1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW F 93 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | F 93 | Celica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |