1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 50 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 93 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3090 mm |
