1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 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 90 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Morgan 4 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 1981 Morgan 4. 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 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 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | DKW | Morgan |
| Model | F 93 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
