1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 179 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona 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 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
