1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 415 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 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |