1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 36 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 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 130 kg more than 1978 Seat 127.
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, 1978 Seat 127 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 127 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 | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
