1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 20 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo 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 55 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | F 93 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |