1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio 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 23 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio 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 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | F 93 | Palio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 54.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |