1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 303 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
