1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta 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 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
