1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 231 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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1957 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
