1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 31 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Applause | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
