1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 DKW F 93
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
Model | Giulietta | F 93 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |