1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 483 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima 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 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2675 mm |
