1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 43 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 700 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa 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 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
