1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 255 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, 1994 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Xantia | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 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 | 1170 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
