1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 53 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 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 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | DKW | Rover |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
