1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 52 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 857 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | DKW | SsangYong |
| Model | F 93 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
