1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta 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 120 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1976 Ford Fiesta (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
