1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 675 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | F 93 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
