1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 242 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego 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 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
