1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 6 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 35 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 1962 Lancia Appia 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 1962 Lancia Appia. 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia 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 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
