1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 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 255 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Because 1973 Morgan 4 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 1973 Morgan 4. 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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 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 | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | DKW | Morgan |
| Model | F 93 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
