1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1992 Nissan Vanette is newer by 33 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 512 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 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | F 93 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2080 mm |