1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
