1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 42 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 895 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 195 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | DKW | MCC |
Model | F 93 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 895 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |