1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1968 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 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 | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | F 93 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
