1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1958 Ford Popular is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
