1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 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), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 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 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | F 93 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
