1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
