1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Seat 127 is newer by 22 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat 127 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 210 kg more than 1980 Seat 127.
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, 1958 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 1980 Seat 127 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | F 93 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
