1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 459 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 93 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
