1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 158 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
