1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 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 55 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | F 93 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
