1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 44 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 155 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | F 93 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
