1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 18 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |