1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 319 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude 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 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
