1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 145 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
