1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 54 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 90 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo 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 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | DKW | Tata |
| Model | F 93 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
