1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | F 93 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
