2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1956 DKW F 93
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1956 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Caterham | DKW |
| Model | 21 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
