1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 35 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 35 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, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | DKW | Wartburg |
| Model | F 93 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
