1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 53 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 235 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea 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 | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
