1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 38 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 145 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 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 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
