1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 60 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 437 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, 2001 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic 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 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
