1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 39 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 382 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
