1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 554 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
