1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 16 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 93 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | F 93 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
