1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1969 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 270 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1969 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
