1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 425 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 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
