1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 51 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | F 93 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
