1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 31 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 772 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 1990 Tatra T613 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 1990 Tatra T613. 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 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 | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | DKW | Tatra |
| Model | F 93 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |
