1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1987 Nissan Silvia is newer by 28 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 282 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.
Because 1987 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia 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 | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
