1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 718 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
