1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 55 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 370 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 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 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
