1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 22 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 73 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | F 93 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |