1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1965 Innocenti Mini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1958 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | F 93 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2050 mm |
