1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude 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 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
