1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 458 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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1958 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1958 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
