1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 1979 Seat 133 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 133 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 145 kg more than 1979 Seat 133.
Because 1979 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat 133 (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 133 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 Seat 133 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
