1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 402 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V 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 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |