1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 175 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, 2002 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2002 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1957 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
