1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce 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 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | F 93 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
