1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 14 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4.
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, 1970 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 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 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | F 93 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
