1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 40 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault Rodeo (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 115 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
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, 1981 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
