1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Alfasud | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
