1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 49 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
