1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa 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 120 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa 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 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1389 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 | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.8 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 | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
