1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 75 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93. 2006 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
