1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma 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 | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
