1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 543 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |