2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 107 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Materia | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
