1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 312 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 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 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
