1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 515 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 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1956 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1956 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
