1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 124 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 5 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 1975 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 124 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 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
