1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 54 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | DKW | Daihatsu |
| Model | F 93 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1495 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 | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
