1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 230 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, 1984 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana 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 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
