1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 DKW F 93
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 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, 1957 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1957 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C 15 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
