1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa 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 110 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Citroen | DKW |
Model | Visa | F 93 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |