1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (59 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
