1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 28 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 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 40 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 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 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
