1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 47 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 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 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
