1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1967 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 124 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 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
