1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 DKW F 93 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | F 93 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
