1988 Citroen BX vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 29 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | BX | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
