1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 17 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 81 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 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 1974 Lada Riva (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva 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 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | DKW | Lada |
| Model | F 93 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
