1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
