1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1967 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1967 Triumph Herald is newer by 10 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Herald (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Herald 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 77 kg more than 1967 Triumph Herald.
Because 1967 Triumph Herald 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 1967 Triumph Herald. 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, 1967 Triumph Herald (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Herald 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 | 1967 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | F 93 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
