1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett 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 125 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Because 1975 Opel Kadett 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 1975 Opel Kadett. 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett 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 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
