2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 50 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Sirion | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
