1968 DAF 44 vs. 1956 DKW F 93
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 12 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 895 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 DKW F 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1956 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | DAF | DKW |
| Model | 44 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
