1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 25 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 8 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1959 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | F 93 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
