1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1963 Renault 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Renault 4.
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, 1963 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
