2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 52 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 120 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Spark | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
