1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 285 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus 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 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
