1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 300 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema 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 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
