1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
