1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 386 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 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon 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 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | F 93 | Leon |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |