1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 183 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
