1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 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), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 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 50 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15.
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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C 15 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 47 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
