1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
