1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 DKW F 93
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade 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 107 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
