1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 550 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1955 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 93 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
