1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 403 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
