1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia 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 135 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Because 1969 Opel Olympia 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 Opel Olympia. 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 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Olympia 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 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
