1997 Citroen AX vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 93 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX.
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, 1997 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | AX | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
