1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 53 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 995 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 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F 93 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
