1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 53 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1957 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | F 93 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
