1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1999 Ford Ka
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 42 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka 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 35 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka.
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, 1999 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Ka 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 | 1999 Ford Ka | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
