1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 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), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 415 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema 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 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
