1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 42 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1182 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 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | F 93 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
