1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 955 kg more than 1956 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 93 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
