1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 14 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 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 65 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 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 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
