1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 54 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 484 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | F 93 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.5 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 | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
