1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
