1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 DKW F 93
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW F 93 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Alfasud | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
