1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 95 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 93 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
