1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 DKW F 93
To start off, 1965 Abarth 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750.
Because 1965 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1957 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | 750 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
