1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1971 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1971 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 30 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 1971 Ford Cortina 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 1971 Ford Cortina. 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, 1971 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Cortina 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 | 1971 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
