1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1958 DKW F 93 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1958 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | 2CV | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
