1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi 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 35 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | F 93 | Citi |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |