1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 24 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 65 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1957 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
