1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort 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 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort 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 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
