1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 53 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 549 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1956 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1956 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Element |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
