1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 31 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), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser 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 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser 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 | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| 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 | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
