1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1950 mm |
