1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 273 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
