1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1976 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic.
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, 1976 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW F 93 | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |