1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 200 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 55.7 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
