1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 57 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 534 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | F 93 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |
