1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 43 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 100 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | DKW | Smart |
| Model | F 93 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
