1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 54 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 15 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Because 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
