1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 44 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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 125 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1958 DKW F 93 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | Life |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |