1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 13 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 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 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
