1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 49 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 149 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, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio 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 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 93 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.1 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
