1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 41 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 140 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra 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 | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.6 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 | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
