1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 600 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | DKW | Kia |
Model | F 93 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 895 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |