1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1138 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1959 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW F 93 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | DKW | Kia |
Model | F 93 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |