1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 19 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 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 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
