1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Corsa 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 10 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Corsa 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 | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
