1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1976 Renault 14 is newer by 34 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1942 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, 1976 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 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 | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
