1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW F 93 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Honda Life.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1957 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW F 93 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | F 93 | Life |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |