1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 Citroen Saxo (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Saxo | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
