1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | GTV | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
