1998 Audi A3 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 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.
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, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A3 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
