1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 129 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 1983 Lancia Beta 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 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta 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 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
