1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | 1300 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2360 mm |
