1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 71 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 240 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
