1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 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, 1981 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1296 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 | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
