1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 164 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra 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 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
